When should I plant Tikva in Zone 2a?

Start Tikva seeds indoors around Apr 17. Transplant outdoors after May 29. Expect first harvest around Jul 13.

What is the last frost date for Zone 2a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 2a is May 15. The first fall frost averages Sep 15, giving a 123-day growing season.

Can I grow Tikva in Zone 2a?

Yes. Tikva needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 2a has a 123-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 3 successions.

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🟡 Growing Tikva in Zone 2a

Zone 2a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Tikva early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Zadnji mraz: May 15. Prvi mraz: Sep 15.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 17Sep 15

Season: May 15 – Sep 15 (123 dana) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 3x)

Zona2a

Zadnji mrazMay 15

Prvi mrazSep 15

Sezona123 dana

Berba55 dana

SuncePuno Sunce

When to Plant Tikva in Zone 2a

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 17

Start Tikva seeds indoors around Apr 17 (4 tjedana prije zadnjeg mraza). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 29

Transplant Tikva seedlings outdoors after May 29. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm razmak). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 13

First harvest approximately Jul 13 (~45 dana from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 15).

Tikva in Other Zones

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